Any Surfing Tips?

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Any Surfing Tips?

Answer 1

Well I've been surfing since i was about 6 so that gives me about 8 years in experience. but the biggest thing that helps me is to practice balance as much as possible. The way that i practice is by placing a piece of plywood over something that is about 1 foot of the ground and just try to balance your self. And one more tip is to do about 5 sets of 10 push-ups every night to help your arm strength so you dint wear out so fast in the water by paddling.

Answer 2

First of all, safety is number one and the safety of others:

-Safety -

Never have your board between yourself and the coming waves! To avoid collision with others, keep a safe distance, say fifteen feet or the length of you, your leash and board combined.

Beginners should always wear a leash or leg rope tied to their surfboard.

Every Beginner surfboard should also have a safety nose guard to prevent dangerous impacts with the surfboard nose.

Beginners should always surf with a buddy for safety, plus it is cool to share your surf experiences with.

Never push your board through the water fin first. The fin or fins were made to keep the board pointing nose first. Pushing the board fins first can be quite dangerous because the board wants to go the other direction.

Beginner surfers should consider wearing a vest, rash guard or tee shirt to avoid the rubbed rash they will get on their stomach and chest.

When you fall off your board, cover the back of your head with your hands, with your wrists over your ears and your elbows together. Stay under water for a moment longer than necessary. There are companies that make helmets and this is another alternative.

When you come up, try to be facing the oncoming waves and look for your board's location immediately. Loose boards in the ocean are very dangerous objects for swimmers.

Answer 3

LEARN 2 STAND UP

Answer 4

when you stand up to surf, dont look down at the water, look forward to land. =], good luck !

Answer 5

be aggressive and fearless, yet gentle and respectful